No Mother-in-law, Please! - Chapter 17 - An Excerpt

            “Mom wants me to get married ASAP. I can’t wait for a year. I would love to give you time, but I am sorry. You must make a decision now.” He said it firmly and in a steely voice, sensing that Yogita was appearing vacuous.

             He didn’t want to rush her, but wanted her to be certain and firm about her decision. He wanted a clear-cut “Yes” or “No”. He had only a few days of leave left and he really wanted to marry Yogita. In fact, he was concerned about her vacillating attitude. What if she refused after a year?

            Yogita resented his haste and high-handedness. If this was a precursor of things to come, she was very wary. She didn’t want to marry in haste and regret it for her entire life! She had to be sure about her feelings for him and be comfortable with his mother. For that she needed time.

            “As for being a Mama’s boy, Ravi is also one!” Ritesh joked. He wanted to lighten up the conversation but ended up antagonizing her.

            Sharply she reacted, “What has Ravi got to do with this?”

           “Oh come on, Yogita, I just….” He protested, stung by the sharpness in her tone.

           “Let’s not waste any more time Ritesh. I am hungry. You were supposed to treat me to lunch, remember?” she tried to make amends for her brusqueness. She got up swiftly.

           As she swayed slightly, trying to find her feet on the uneven ground, he steadied her by placing his palm against the small of her back. A frisson of excitement raced up her spine. There was some hope….

          At the restaurant, she willed herself to relax by closing her eyes and drawing in deep breaths. Ritesh observed her closely. What a beauty! Though a confused one! He quietly chuckled. Those pink, flawless cheeks and lips were his. As were the dark, svelte hair and lissome figure! She was made for him. Only for him. 

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